‘God Of War’ creator unhappy with “the direction” of newer games

Sir Dave Brailsford is sounding out former staff at Manchester United as the Ineos Group prepares to make sweeping changes at the club.

Returning to Manchester always holds special memories for film star Alan Cumming. He has had an illustrious career on stage and screen, but Manchester is where it all first started for the Scottish star.

Gemma Atkinson has revealed the true 'glam' behind her next TV appearance as she landed a new gig. The Hits Radio host has been dipping back into work after heading on maternity leave last summer before welcoming her second child into the world.

Manchester United winger Amad Diallo appears to have responded to links with a January move to Middlesbrough on social media.

Badland Hunters director Heo Myeong-haeng and lead actor Don Lee have opened up about working together on the upcoming movie.Next week, Netflix will premiere its new original Korean film, the post-apocalyptic Badland Hunters led by Don Lee (also known as Ma Dong-seok). In a press conference for the upcoming film, the actor shared that he was the one who had proposed working with director Heo Myeong-haeng.Heo had been the stunt coordinator behind the hit The Roundup movie franchise, which Lee also starred in.

Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire have extended their Sing A Song All Night Long Tour into the first half of 2024 – see the new dates below.The pair’s joint tour kicked off last year with a 20-date run around the United States, and they have now extended it for 13 more shows this spring.The new dates will begin on May 23 in Knoxville, Tennessee, and run through cities including Jacksonville, Memphis, Orlando, San Antonio and Louisville, before it ends on June 16 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.Richie will then go straight into a Las Vegas residency that will take him through until the middle of November.Tickets for the new dates go on general sale here at 10am local time on Friday, January 19. See the full list of gigs below.Back by Popular Demand! Sing A Song All Night Long with me and Earth, Wind & Fire.

Sublime are set to reunite for performances at Coachella 2024, where they will be fronted by the son of late frontman Bradley Nowell.The legendary band were initially active between 1988 and 1996, before frontman Nowell died from a heroin overdose at the age of 28.13 years later, in 2009, Sublime reformed with Rome Ramirez on vocals and guitar. They initially toured under the Sublime moniker for seven months, before Nowell’s estate threatened to sue Wilson and Gaugh for misuse of their trademark, and the band then went by the name Sublime With Rome.Last year, Sublime With Rome announced their breakup upon the news that Sublime reunited to play a set with Nowell’s son, Jakob alongside surviving members Bud Gaugh and Eric Wilson.Now, it’s been confirmed that the reunion will come to Coachella this April, on a line-up headlined by Lana Del Rey, Tyler, The Creator and Doja Cat, with a special reunion performance by No Doubt. Jakob said in a statement: “This has so many layers for me.

The Smashing Pumpkins have received more than 10,000 applications after advertising a new guitarist position in the band.Earlier this month the group launched a search for an additional guitarist, and anyone interested was encouraged to apply.The position came up after longtime guitarist Jeff Schroeder announced that he’d decided to leave the band last October.The alternative rock band revealed in a social media post today (January 17) that “the band has received over 10,000 submissions for the position of an additional guitarist”.It continued: “Currently, there are 8 people working full-time to review each and every one.”Update pic.twitter.com/J2GoayuBvw— The Smashing Pumpkins (@SmashingPumpkin) January 17, 2024In a statement announcing his departure from The Smashing Pumpkins, Schroeder wrote: “It’s easy to say now that when I joined The Smashing Pumpkins in 2007 I had no idea what I was getting into. The opportunity seemed to have come out of nowhere.

Faye Webster has unveiled details of her 2024 US tour – check out the details below.The dates are in support of her upcoming new album, ‘Underdressed At The Symphony’ which arrives on March 1 via Secretly Canadian and includes the previously released single ‘Lego Ring’.Webster will play a handful of shows in Florida and Alabama in March before heading to Europe in the spring, and then back to the US in the summer. You can find tickets for the US shows here and the UK ones here.Check out the full dates below:MARCH26 – St. Petersburg, FL – Jannus Live27 – Miami Beach, FL – Miami Beach Bandshell28 Orlando, FL – House of Blues Orlando30 Birmingham, AL – Iron City *MAY8 Dublin, Ireland – Button Factory09 Dublin, Ireland – Vicar Street11 Glasgow, Scotland – Old Fruitmarket12 Manchester, England – Albert Hall13 Leeds, England – Stylus15 London, England – KOKO16 London, England – KOKO17 Brighton, England – Brighton Dome18 Bristol, England – SWX20 Brussels, Belgium – Botanique21 Amsterdam, Netherlands – Paradiso23 Copenhagen, Denmark – Vega24 Hamburg, Germany – Mojo Club25 Berlin, Germany – Metropol27 Munich, Germany – Technikum28 Cologne, Germany – Gloria Theater29 Paris, France – Le Trabendo31 Barcelona, Spain – Primavera SoundJUNE11 Newport, KY – MegaCorp Pavillion12 Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore Charlotte14 Manchester, TN – Bonnaroo22 Richmond, VA – Browns Island24 Washington, DC – The Anthem26 Philadelphia, PA – The Dell Music Center27 Boston, MA – The Stage at Suffolk Downs29 Pittsburgh, PA – Stage AE30 Royal Oak, MI – Royal Oak Music TheatreAUGUST04 St. Paul, MN – Palace TheaterWebster announced her new album and shared its first single ‘Lego Ring’ with Lil Yachty earlier this month.

NMIXX singer Bae recently covered songs by Hyukoh, 2NE1 and more during an appearance on Lee Mujin Service.NMIXX’s Bae made a guest appearance on the latest episode of music talk show, where she discussed the girl group’s new mini-album ‘Fe3O4: Break’. Opening the episode with a piano-led performance of their new single ‘Dash’, Bae went on to sing several covers.The idol performed covers of Bebe Rexha’s 2018 song ‘I’m a Mess’ and South Korean alt-rock band Hyukoh’s 2014 single ‘Wi Ing Wi Ing’.

Striking new bollards at Dumbarton Central station have caused a stir with residents.

A "gorgeous" two-year-old boy was left to die of starvation next to his dead dad, according to reports. It's understood Bronson Battersby was tragically found curled up dead next to his dad Kenneth.

Ali Carter believes bogeyman Ronnie O’Sullivan is “mentally unwell” after being on the receiving end of his explosive X-rated rant.

In the annual bill-busting’ edition of The Martin Lewis Money Show Live, the financial guru shared simple ways people in any type of household may be able to save money on their current broadband and mobile packages. However, the biggest chunk of the weekly hour-long consumer programme was devoted to checking and challenging your Council Tax bill, something Martin Lewis shone a spotlight on some 17 years ago.

ITV's The Chase star Shaun Wallace has responded to calls for him to be "sacked" from the popular game show.

Good Morning Britain presenter Susanna Reid was left clutching her head in agony after her co-star Ed Balls accidentally kicked her in the head during the live breakfast programme this morning.

Emmy Awards Monday night.The “Married… With Children” alum, 52, became emotional as she received a standing ovation from the crowd whilst up on stage amid her multiple sclerosis battle.Schaech — who was married to the “Anchorman” actress from 2001 to 2007 — praised Applegate’s courage to walk the stage despite her health woes.“She danced opening night on Broadway on a broken foot! Beat cancer! She’s the toughest human being I’ve ever met! F–k MS! So proud of her! Go, Christina!” he wrote on X in response to a story about Applegate’s standing ovation at the event.Schaech later uploaded a screenshot of his tweet on his Instagram Story and shared a video of his ex-wife in her stunning Christian Siriano gown.“We are so proud of you, Christina,” he added.Applegate paired her cane with a gorgeous red gown to present the award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series to Ayo Edebiri for “The Bear.”As she walked up to the stage, Applegate joked that her body was “not by Ozempic.”The “Dead To Me” alum, who has been married to Dutch musician Martyn LeNoble since 2013, was diagnosed with MS in early 2021 and remained open about how the condition — which affects the brain and nerves — forced her to pump the brakes on her acting career.Her MS diagnosis came in tandem with the third and final season of the hit Netflix show, in which she starred opposite Linda Cardellini.In an interview with Variety, Applegate opened up on being diagnosed with the disease while in the middle of filming. “I didn’t know what was happening to me,” she said in 2022.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief New Zealand-based sales and distribution company Black Mandala has picked up international rights to Spanish-language genre film and 2023 festival hit “I’ll Crush Y’All” (aka “Os Reviento”). Portrayed by Mario Mayo, Gabriel, better known as ‘Tarado,’ is a former boxer who lives in a secluded village outside the city with his father and his dog. He could still box, but to avoid what led him to spend a few years in prison, he prefers to lead a quiet life.

Naman Ramachandran June Givanni, film curator, writer and programmer of African and African diaspora cinema and founder of The June Givanni PanAfrican Archive, will be presented with BAFTA’s Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema award at the BAFTA Film Awards in February. The award is presented to an individual or organization that has made a significant and inspiring contribution to film through a particular project or work – with focus on recognizing work that might not otherwise be eligible in BAFTA’s competitive awards categories.

Rachel Brosnahan is dishing on her upcoming superhero movie role!

It looks like Kendall Jenner is changing up the look inside her house.

A 'ghost broker' who fleeced unsuspecting motorists and left them without valid car insurance has been convicted. Police said Hafiz Mohammad, 30, posed as a legitimate broker, but in reality was 'out to make a quick buck' at the expense of vulnerable Sudanese nationals living in the UK, many of whom didn't speak English as their first language.

A 'controlling' boyfriend sent a mum-of-two a manipulative text hours before killing her - while still on bail for attacking another woman. Jason Gowan smothered Fiona Robinson at their home in Chorley, Lancashire, before making a video in which he mocked her.

Marvin Humes left Sam Thompson a sweet message after he took to social media to share a glimpse inside their reunion. The pair haven't seen each other since leaving Australia back in December after Sam was crowned the I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here winner.

This week Samsung is expected to launch its newest Galaxy S24 devices, three new phones added to its already established S Range. Demand for the S23 is already high and thousands of shoppers are already queuing up to watch the online unveiling of the rumoured S24, S24Plus, and S24 Ultra.

A Stewartry club has chalked up 70 years of taking the floor for eightsome reels, the Gay Gordons and strip the willow.

Staff at Airdrie McDonald’s were lovin' it as they made a significant contribution to a local charity.

The company behind plans for a super-size windfarm in western Kirkcudbrightshire has responded to criticisms of the scheme by a statutory consultee.

An investigation has been launched after a man's body was pulled from a freezing canal in Inverness.

The mum of a missing man who 'fell' from a bridge in Inverness has spent eight weeks searching for his body after a police search ended.

Lottie Tomlinson set pulses racing as she posed in a Valentine's Day lingerie set. The influencer, who is the sister of One Direction star Louis Tomlinson, shared a video as she posed in the racy red set from Lounge Underwear.

Impressed Nicolas Kuhn let out a gasp of excitement as he was blown away over his first ever experience inside Celtic Park.

Ron Howard nearly left “Happy Days” after Henry Winkler’s popularity changed the course of the show.Howard almost quit when producers floated the idea of calling the hit show “Fonzie’s Happy Days” in an effort to capitalize on fans’ love of Winkler’s character, Arthur Herbert “The Fonz” Fonzarelli.“They came to me at ABC and they wanted to change the title to ‘Fonzie’s Happy Days,'” Winkler told the New York Times. “I said, ‘If you do that, it is an insult to everybody I’m working with.

Actor Josh Duhamel has welcomed a baby son with Audra Mari. In a joint Instagram post the new parents announced the birth of their son alongside a black-and-white photo of the adorable newborn's feet. Sharing the infant's rather unsual name, they penned the caption: "Shepherd Lawrence Duhamel 1/11/24 [white heart emoji]" Singer and actor Lenny Kravitz led the messages of congratulations, as he commented: "Congratulations" followed by two heart emojis.

Love island: All Stars fans are all saying the same thing after being left baffled by Georgia Steel's 'ever-changing' accent on the new ITV2 show. Georgia, 25, who appeared on Love Island series four in 2018, is one of the ex-Islanders appearing on All Stars and is coupled up with Toby Aromolaran, 24, who found fame on the seventh series of Love Island.

Actress Lynne Marta has sadly passed away age 78 following a battle with brain cancer. The American star, best known for starring in Footloose and ER, died in Los Angeles on 11 January, her friend Chris Saint-Hilaire told The Hollywood Reporter. Lynne's impressive career spanned four decades and she starred in films such as Joe Kidd and Footloose as well as TV shows including Love, American Style, Starsky & Hutch, Barnaby Jones, The F.B.I.